Flash Flood in Sierra County, New Mexico

Flash Flood September 10, 2019 · Sierra County, New Mexico

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

What the National Weather Service wrote

Over 2 inches of rain fell between 5 PM and 6 PM causing flash flooding to occur around Truth or Consequences and Williamsburg. Water and debris covered portions of Highway 187 making the road impassable. Las Palomas Canyon Road was also flooded. One water rescue was required. Also, the Ralph Edwards Park and Golf Course became flooded.

The wider storm

Moist, southerly flow at the surface combined with an upper level trough moving into the Great Basin to create a favorable atmosphere for heavy rain. A strong thunderstorm developed over the Truth or Consequences area and dropped over 2 inches of rain in an hour causing localized flash flooding.

Began near Truth Or Consequence (33.1334, -107.2467).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 856992. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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